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Healthcare can be complicated.<\/h4>\n
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You may leave an appointment wondering what a medical term means, how to take a new medication, whether you need to see another provider or what you should do next. You may also be trying to understand insurance coverage, schedule multiple appointments or manage several health concerns at the same time.<\/span><\/p>\n

That is where <\/span>health literacy<\/b> matters.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>

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What Is Health Literacy?<\/h5>\n

Health literacy is the ability to find, understand and use health information and services to make informed decisions about your health. But being health literate does not mean you need to know everything about medicine. It means having access to information you can understand, feeling comfortable asking questions and knowing where to turn when you need help.<\/span><\/p>\n

At Pillar Health and Kenosha Community Health Center (KCHC), we believe patients should be active participants in their healthcare. Our integrated approach brings<\/span> medical, dental and behavioral health services<\/span><\/a> together with additional support and resources to help individuals and families throughout Southeast Wisconsin better understand and manage their health.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>What Does Health Literacy Look Like in Everyday Life?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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Health literacy comes into play almost every time you interact with the healthcare system.<\/span><\/p>\n

It can include understanding:<\/p>\n